Antony Hodgkinson

Antony Hodgkinson (born 1967 or 1968; also known as Tony the Interpretative Dancer ') is an English rock drummer. He has performed with Bivouac and Julian Cope. He is known for his association with Nirvana, with whom he danced on stage during their British tours.

Early life Hodgkinson was born in St Albans, Hertfordshire, Hodgkinson became friends with the band who he said accepted him despite being "a bit depressed" following his illness. Hodgkinson also danced with the band during their 1991 Reading Festival appearance, starting about halfway through their set. Hodgkinson, wearing baggy women's clothing, a tie, Chuck Taylor All-Stars shoes and clown face paint, danced in a convulsive manner with frequent pogoing to many of the songs.

Hodgkinson lives in Nottingham and also works installing recording studios and as a tester in the software industry. Late in life he was diagnosed as severely dyslexic. He no longer dances due to injuries incurred while surfing. Hodgkinson was interviewed for the 2021 BBC documentary When Nirvana Came to Britain''.